Top 10 Moments from Oklahoma Football's 28 Years in the Big 12

The Oklahoma Football program's top-10 moments from their 28 years in the Big 12

Well, Big 12, it's been fun. As you know, Monday, July 1, marks the Oklahoma football program's and the rest of the University's first official day as a member of the Southeastern Conference. So today, instead of bickering or arguing why or why not the Sooners should leave, let's celebrate their Big 12 past by ranking the program's top-10 moments as a member of the Big 12.

By Brandon Self | Jul 13, 2024, 6:14 AM CDT

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The 2000 Oklahoma Sooners football team, coached by Bob Stoops, etched its place in college football history with a stellar season that culminated in a national championship. Led by quarterback Josh Heupel, who threw for 3,606 yards and 30 touchdowns, the Sooners boasted a high-powered offense that averaged 37.5 points per game. On defense, anchored by linebacker Torrance Marshall and defensive back Roy Williams, Oklahoma held opponents to just 15.6 points per game, showcasing their dominance on both sides of the ball. The team's defining moment came in the 2001 Orange Bowl, where they defeated Florida State 13-2 to claim their seventh national title. The 2000 Sooners are remembered for their balanced play, resilient spirit, and Coach Stoops' ability to transform the program into champions after years of rebuilding.

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2. January 3, 2000 - The 7th National Championship